2018 FIELD SCHOOL

JULY 16TH - AUG. 10TH, 2018

An immersive practical training course designed to inspire thenext generation of environmental leaders in the Sky Islands.

​​​The Borderlands Restoration Network Field School is a comprehensive, intensive and immersive practical training course that focuses on the social and ecological issues of the southern Arizona and northern Mexico borderlands region. The curriculum includes a series of integrated lectures, workshops, field trips and hands-on learning opportunities in active projects that cover a wide breadth of topics from technical skills in plant propagation to the foundational principles of a restoration economy. Field School is guided by a diverse set of leading experts from across the spectrum of agencies, non-profits and partner organizations.

​Participants will discuss the current challenges and opportunities to working in the the US/Mexico borderlands, all while gaining a sense of place around the unique ecoregion of the Madrean Archipelago. The varied itinerary will include hands-on projects, lectures, workshops, field experiences, and more. Some examples of topics that were included in the 2017 Field School are:​

​Cultural/Ecological Perspectives of the US/Mexico Border

Regional History of the Madrean Archipelago

Seed Collection and Native Plant Propagation

Wild Edibles and Harvesting in the Sonoran Desert

Sustainable Livelihoods and Ecological Restoration in the Borderlands

Permaculture Design in Arid Regions

Watershed Restoration and Impacts of the Border on Flows

Economics of Restoration and Ecosystem Services

Indigenous Food Production and Sovereignty

The Intersection of Art and Ecology in the Borderlands​​​

​TUITION​Tuition is $1500 for the four week course, not including the cost of food or lodging. We provide support locating lodging and a range of options; from simple and affordable to very comfortable but participants are responsible for these costs. Please contact us for more information. Need-based scholarships are available.